Settlement The settlement on Lake Kennisis consisted of hard granite that was ill-suited for cultivation, causing few to stay as permanent residents. In addition to the agricultural difficulties brought upon by the land was the lack of proper roads for access to the townships in the area. Although the Bobcaygeon Road, which ran near Minden, and Peterson Road, which ran east from the village of Muskoka Falls near Bracebridge, were available for travel, both road were virtually impassable much of year in the early days. By the 1930s, a deal was made by the C.L. & C.E. to have another road constructed from Haliburton Village to Eagle Lake and Redstone. However, it was not until the completion of the road from West Guilford in the 1940s that the area was able to become a vacation property that attracted many people. Later in 1964, the Department of Highways map showed a road along the southern shore of Lake Kennisis and on the northern shore to the Narrow between Big and Little Kennisis. By the first decade of the 21st century, a large number of cottages along the two lakes were built as roads improves and dependable snow clearing made it possible for retirees to live in comfort and security all year long. Kennisis Lake Cottage Owner’s Association (KLCOA) The Kennisis Lake Cottage Owner’s Association (KLCOA) is a non-profit organization that is committed to contribute and provide the best services to its members, cottagers, and its visitors. The organization sponsors and conducts many activities for cottagers of all ages during the summer. KLCOA does not operate on a loan, mortgage or any other kind of debt to run its affairs. Events conducted by KLCOA Events and contests that are held by KLOCA every summer include: Swimming Lessons Fishing Tournament Island Clean-up where volunteers and participants spend a couple of hours picking up waste from the Island Regatta Canoe Lessons Celebrations are held for holidays such as Halloween, Valentine's Day, Canada Day. All the members, cottagers, and visitors gather together and participate in various activities, barbecues, and firework shows at night time. The Association The Association itself consists of Executive Community members such as a President, Vice President, Treasurer, Secretary and Directors. Each member has a role and duty assigned by the Board that contributes to the Association and the cottagers. The Board conducts meetings during each season to discuss the Association and